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Sense Of Belonging

Author: JacqueAuthor
last update Last Updated: 2024-10-24 04:49:58

"You did this?" I asked, still in disbelief at the sight in front of me.

"Well, I didn’t make it myself," Emerson replied with a shrug. "I just gave them an idea of the office you wanted, the colours you loved, and let them pick a design to surprise you. So, tell me... do you like it?"

"Do I like it?" I spun around, taking in the entire room. "I love it! You know how much I love orange and purple, my favourite colours,”

“ just like the woman," he teased with a wink.

I smiled at him, warmth spreading through me. "I love it," I said, as my fingers trailed over the bookcases and the desk. There was something about the way it had been put together—stylish, but also cosy and inviting.

I walked towards the large window and looked outside. The lush garden stretched out before me, vibrant with greenery and flowers, the sunlight filtering through the trees. It was breathtaking.

"It's amazing," I said, my voice soft, turning to face him. "I absolutely love it."

"That’s all I wanted," Emerson sa
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